Balatro exceeds five million sales across all devices

Balatro, the critically acclaimed blend of deck-building, solitaire, and roguelike elements, has achieved remarkable success, surpassing five million sales across all platforms. This impressive feat, achieved by solo developer LocalThunk and published by Playstack, is particularly noteworthy given its premium pricing model.

While precise mobile sales figures remain undisclosed, the game's mobile performance has been exceptionally strong, adding a substantial 1.5 million sales since December, when it reached 3.5 million. This success has garnered numerous awards, solidifying Balatro's position as a prominent indie title.

While not necessarily a definitive "indie breakthrough" for mobile gaming, Balatro's high-profile success, especially considering its development journey, is undeniably significant. Its continued success, fueled by ongoing updates, will be closely watched. The question remains: will this success inspire greater confidence in the mobile indie gaming market? We remain optimistic.

For a detailed look at why Balatro earned a five-star rating from us, check out our full review.